Connectivity fundamentals

Last updated on April 29, 2024

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This section provides information for local, regional and First Nation governments to help connectivity planners better understand regional connectivity challenges and create a plan for their communities.

You will find tools and resources to help you get started to build community support, work with partners to assess your needs, and adopt policies to encourage investments from service providers.

Connectivity planning for communities

Communities may have similar goals and strategies, but each community will have a unique vision of their digital future. This section is designed to guide connectivity planners in the early stages of the connectivity planning process.

Find out more about connectivity planning

Legislation and regulations

Public policy can be complex and it is important to understand federal, provincial and municipal policies and how they interrelate. This section provides an overview of telecommunications legislation and regulations in British Columbia.

Learn about regulations and legislation

Connectivity infrastructure

Different types of technology provide different levels of service to users. They also have differing costs to deploy and operate. This section will help you develop the knowledge to engage in conversations with service providers and technical experts.

Explore different technologies in B.C..

Service delivery 

Understanding what drives connectivity and the key components of service delivery will help you determine the best way to deliver services in your community.

Review service delivery